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![Connecticut Sun assistant Abi Olajuwon is upholding a family legacy and living out her Olympic dream in Paris as a coach for Team Nigeria. Connecticut Sun assistant Abi Olajuwon is upholding a family legacy and living out her Olympic dream in Paris as a coach for Team Nigeria.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/16543775_DSC_0172_jpg_Haley_Kerwin_20230721_185742-1-e1721856466977.jpg?w=140)
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Connecticut Sun assistant Abi Olajuwon will live out Olympic dream coaching Team Nigeria in Paris
Connecticut Sun assistant Abi Olajuwon is upholding a family legacy and living out her Olympic...
![A’ja Wilson had 19 points and 14 rebounds and three UConn women's basketball stars were in the starting lineup to help the U.S. Olympic team rebound from a rare exhibition loss to beat Germany 84-57 on Tuesday night. A’ja Wilson had 19 points and 14 rebounds and three UConn women's basketball stars were in the starting lineup to help the U.S. Olympic team rebound from a rare exhibition loss to beat Germany 84-57 on Tuesday night.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Britain-Women-Basketball-US-Germany.jpg?w=132)
US Olympic team features three UConn women in starting lineup in exhibition win over Germany
A’ja Wilson had 19 points and 14 rebounds and three UConn women's basketball stars were...
![Veronica Burton, left, talks with Connecticut Sun teammate DiJonai Carrington during a WNBA game earlier in the season. Burton, acquired by the Sun on June 8, has responded to increased playing time and has been averaging 8.3 points per game. (Brian Fluharty/Getty Images) Veronica Burton, left, talks with Connecticut Sun teammate DiJonai Carrington during a WNBA game earlier in the season. Burton, acquired by the Sun on June 8, has responded to increased playing time and has been averaging 8.3 points per game. (Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2157023138-e1721684094996.jpg?w=140)
From European vacations to player development, how the Connecticut Sun are spending WNBA’s Olympic break
The Connecticut Sun will look to work on individual development and integrating new additions during...
![By DOUG FEINBERG PHOENIX (AP) — There were times Brittney Griner thought she would never wear a USA Basketball jersey again. The two-time Olympic gold medalist was sitting in a Russian prison in 2022, sentenced to nine years in jail for drug possession and smuggling. Playing for her country again was a far-fetched idea at […] By DOUG FEINBERG PHOENIX (AP) — There were times Brittney Griner thought she would never wear a USA Basketball jersey again. The two-time Olympic gold medalist was sitting in a Russian prison in 2022, sentenced to nine years in jail for drug possession and smuggling. Playing for her country again was a far-fetched idea at […]](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AP24203146718990.jpg?w=132)
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Brittney Griner honored to be wearing a USA Basketball jersey again after time in Russian prison
By DOUG FEINBERG PHOENIX (AP) — There were times Brittney Griner thought she would never...
![Breanna Stewart had déjà vu in Team USA's WNBA All-Star game loss on Saturday, but the Olympic team isn't hitting the panic button yet. Breanna Stewart had déjà vu in Team USA's WNBA All-Star game loss on Saturday, but the Olympic team isn't hitting the panic button yet.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AP24203139275276-e1721577597910.jpg?w=140)
UConn legend Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson take ownership of Team USA after loss in WNBA All-Star game
Breanna Stewart had déjà vu in Team USA's WNBA All-Star game loss on Saturday, but...
![The U.S. women's basketball team will be trying for an eighth consecutive gold medal in Paris. The U.S. women's basketball team will be trying for an eighth consecutive gold medal in Paris.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AP24191665702658.jpg?w=132)
US women’s basketball team looks to continue Olympic dominance, seeking 8th straight gold in Paris
The U.S. women's basketball team will be trying for an eighth consecutive gold medal in...
![By JOHN MARSHALL PHOENIX (AP) — Caitlin Clark sauntered across the orange carpet in a tan Armani dress and white Versace slingback pumps, an understated-but-elegant look for the kickoff event of the WNBA’s All-Star weekend. The Indiana Fever rookie accentuated the ensemble with a white Versace bag — matching the heels, of course — with […] By JOHN MARSHALL PHOENIX (AP) — Caitlin Clark sauntered across the orange carpet in a tan Armani dress and white Versace slingback pumps, an understated-but-elegant look for the kickoff event of the WNBA’s All-Star weekend. The Indiana Fever rookie accentuated the ensemble with a white Versace bag — matching the heels, of course — with […]](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/WNBA_All-Star_Tunnel_Fits_Basketball_98424.jpg?w=132)
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WNBA players step up their clothes game, garnering attention for their pregame fashion choices
By JOHN MARSHALL PHOENIX (AP) — Caitlin Clark sauntered across the orange carpet in a...
![Arike Ogunbowale led all scorers with 34 points to lead Team WNBA to a 116-109 win over Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi and the US women's Olympic team. Stewart and Taurasi, the former UConn women's basketball stars, combined for 45 points in the loss. Arike Ogunbowale led all scorers with 34 points to lead Team WNBA to a 116-109 win over Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi and the US women's Olympic team. Stewart and Taurasi, the former UConn women's basketball stars, combined for 45 points in the loss.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/THC-2162841167_200289678.jpg?w=132)
Arike Ogunbowale leads Team WNBA past Team USA despite 31 points from UConn star Breanna Stewart
Arike Ogunbowale led all scorers with 34 points to lead Team WNBA to a 116-109...
![A roadmap to follow for the 3X3 basketball competition during the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. A roadmap to follow for the 3X3 basketball competition during the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CTC-OLY-0702_7255d7.jpg?w=132)
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2024 Olympics: What to know — and who to watch — during the 3X3 basketball competitions in Paris
A roadmap to follow for the 3X3 basketball competition during the 2024 Summer Olympic Games...
![A trio of UConn women's basketball legends will represent Team USA alongside Connecticut Sun star Alyssa Thomas in the WNBA All-Star game. A trio of UConn women's basketball legends will represent Team USA alongside Connecticut Sun star Alyssa Thomas in the WNBA All-Star game.](https://www.courant.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AP23197110379463.jpg?w=132)
UConn women’s basketball legends, Connecticut Sun stars go head-to-head in WNBA All-Star Game: How to watch
A trio of UConn women's basketball legends will represent Team USA alongside Connecticut Sun star...